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How Many Low-Income Children in Texas Live in a Child Care Desert?
By Shay Everitt, David McClendon, and Patrick Gill, Center for Social Measurement and Evaluation (Note: The analyses in this post use data on child care centers from September 2017) When we talk about access to child care, money is often the first thing that...
read moreWho represents the 2.9 million Texas children affected by Hurricane Harvey?
By David McClendon, Center for Social Measurement and Evaluation Hurricane Harvey deeply affected the lives and education of many Texas children. In the days after Hurricane Harvey made landfall, Texas Governor Greg Abbott issued a disaster proclamation for 58...
read moreCómo mantener la positividad con sus hijos en medio del huracán Harvey: Cómo hablar con sus hijos sobre lo que está pasando
Aquí hay cinco consejos para ayudarle a comenzar el proceso de restauración con sus hijos.
read moreLooking for Signs of Trauma and Continuing to Help Your Child Feel Safe
As we begin the recovery process in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey, we will need to monitor the recovery of our most vulnerable population – our children. Disasters can leave children feeling scared, nervous, confused and anxious. It’s important to recognize these...
read moreHurricane Harvey keeps 1.4 million students out of public schools for at least a week
By David McClendon, Center for Social Measurement and Evaluation Last Monday was the first day of the new school year for public school students across Texas. But for many children up and down the Gulf Coast, Hurricane Harvey has delayed the start of school – for...
read moreHow to Cope as a Parent so That You Can Be Present for Your Children
From the Center for Parenting and Family Well-Being at CHILDREN AT RISK: This is a stressful and scary time for all of us affected by Hurricane Harvey, including our most vulnerable population – our children. Disasters can leave children feeling scared, nervous,...
read moreMaintaining Positivity With Your Children in the Midst of Hurricane Harvey: How to Talk to Your Kids About What’s Going On
A few tips for parents on how they can support their children during this time of crisis in Texas.
read moreAccess to Latest C@R Research and Data
We know many community organizations are working hard to improve the quality of life for children in Texas and that now, more than ever, data is important to their efforts. To increase access to our research, the Center for Social Measurement and Evaluation (CSME) at...
read moreAcademic performance across Texas school districts
By David McClendon, Center for Social Measurement & Evaluation The Texas Education Agency recently revised their labels for student performance on the STAAR state exams. There are now four categories. Here is what these categories would mean for a 3rd grade...
read moreOur Fall 2017 internships are now open!
CHILDREN AT RISK is currently seeking candidates to fill our Fall 2017 positions. Positions include public policy, research, data analysis, media and design, development and editorial work. Our internships are a unique opportunity to work closely with the CHILDREN AT...
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